Lifesaving Society Manitoba is committed to providing our affiliates and all aquatic facility owners and operators in Manitoba with the best possible advice and information as we continue to navigate the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Please consult the categories below to find the information you need for your facility or organization.
National Information Bulletins & Information (Updated April 26, 2021)
Visit the Safety Management section of our National website for Canada-wide advice and information.
Manitoba-Specific Reopening Information (Updated February 24, 2021)
- Daily Operator’s Checklist
- Facility Cleaning & Disinfection Guidelines
- Staff Training for Reopening Guidelines
- Progressive Reopening Phases Model
- Reopening Checklist and Timeline
- Rescue & First Aid Guidelines for Lifeguards
- Guidelines for Reopening Pools & Waterfronts
Manitoba-Specific Teaching Guidelines (Updated February 24, 2021)
- Guidelines for Teaching Lifesaving Programs during COVID-19
- Guidelines for Running National Lifeguard Recerts during COVID-19
- Guidelines for Teaching First Aid & CPR during COVID-19
- First Aid Training Decontamination Guidelines
Manitoba-Specific Information Bulletins (Updated July 22, 2021)
- July 22, 2021: COVID-19 Information Bulletin – Health Orders Update
- June 16, 2021: COVID-19 Information Bulletin – Health Orders Update, Staff Training & Swimming Lessons
- May 14, 2021: COVID-19 Information Bulletin – Health Orders Update, First Aid & Lifeguard Training
- March 5, 2021: COVID-19 Information Bulletin – Health Orders Update
- November 12, 2020: COVID-19 Certification Extension Policy Update
- June 25, 2020: COVID-19 Information Bulletin on Teaching Lifesaving Programs
- June 25, 2020: COVID-19 Teaching Lifesaving Programs Guidelines
- June 17, 2020: Update to COVID-19 Certification Extension Policy
- June 17, 2020: Information Bulletin on Staff Training & Reopening Pools
- June 17, 2020: COVID-19 Update for National Lifeguard Recerts
- June 17, 2020: COVID-19 Guidelines for Opening Pools & Waterfronts in Manitoba
- June 15, 2020: COVID-19 First Aid Teaching Update
- June 15, 2020: COVID-19 First Aid Teaching and Decontamination Protocols
- June 15, 2020: COVID-19 First Aid Training Guidelines
- June 15, 2020: Teaching Swimming in Backyard Pools – Update
- June 1, 2020: Teaching Swimming in Backyard Pools
- May 29, 2020: Phase 2 Information Update
- May 22, 2020: Province Announces Draft Phase 2 Plan
- May 20, 2020: General Information Update
- March 31, 2020: Certification Extension Policy
- March 18, 2020: Office Closure and Program Cancellations
- March 13, 2020: COVID-19 Shutdown